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        • Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds
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          NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS unveil new track ‘Dead To The World’

          March 23, 2023

          Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today release ‘Dead To The World’, a remarkable new track taken from the eagerly anticipated fourth studio album ‘Council Skies’, due for release on 2nd June 2023 (via Sour Mash […]

          Sophie Ellis-Bextor
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          Sophie Ellis-Bextor shares new track 'Everything is Sweet'

          March 23, 2023

          Following her recent single ‘Breaking The Circle’, Sophie Ellis-Bextor has shared a new track ‘Everything Is Sweet’, which is taken from her seventh studio album ‘HANA’ released on 2nd June via Cooking Vinyl. A glorious […]

          James
          Gigs

          JAMES announce details of their new double album 'Be Opened By The Wonderful'

          March 23, 2023

          JAMES have announced details of their new album in celebration of their 40th Anniversary. BE OPENED BY THE WONDERFUL is a 20-track – 19 vinyl – a double album of some of their most loved […]

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        • Album Reviews

          King Cedar - Everything More & Other Stories
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: King Cedar - Everything More & Other Stories

          March 22, 2023

          Bangor native Stephen Macartney, or as we will learn to know him – King Cedar is set to release his debut album, Everything More & Other Stories. Previously known for his part in the alt-folk […]

          The New Division – Modern Life
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The New Division – Modern Life

          March 22, 2023

          SoCal-based electronic synth-pop artist The New Division, aka John Glenn Kunkel, releases his new album, Modern Life, which probes into the consequences of technology addiction and navigating a relentlessly everchanging world. Kunkel explains, “A lot […]

        • Book Reviews

          Ziggy Marley - Music Is In Everything
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Ziggy Marley - Music Is In Everything

          January 16, 2023

          Back in 2020, Ziggy Marley teamed up with Lisa Loeb to release a catchy and infectious song that will get people of all ages to sing along called “Music Is in everything”. This song which […]

          pop rock icons
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Pop Rock Icons by Philippe Margotin

          December 15, 2022

          Judging by the front cover, one might expect Pop Rock Icons to be festooned with infographics. It isn’t. Instead, it’s a collection of photographs depicting “London’s Swingin’ 60s & 70s”. Rather than homogenise and cluster […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
          Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 26: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography

          March 3, 2022

          In March of 1997, 26 years ago, U2 released their much anticipated ninth studio album POP; for fans and critics alike, it quickly became their most polarizing release. There is a prevailing feeling that POP […]

          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran 2
          Album Reviews

          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran

          June 17, 2021

          This week sees the 40th anniversary of Duran Duran’s self-titled debut album. XS Noize looks back on this momentous release from a band that would become the ‘Fab Five’ of the ‘80s. It was December […]

        • Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Pixies at Camden Roundhouse Credit: Denise Esposito
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Pixies at Camden Roundhouse, London

          March 23, 2023

          It is hard to believe that The Pixies formed almost 40 years ago. Despite releasing four albums and enjoying huge success, it looked as if the band would not last a decade when frontman Black […]

          Underworld
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          LIVE REVIEW: Underworld at The Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

          March 21, 2023

          The point when normality returned following COVID-19 is debatable but it’s impossible to deny that after an unwanted three-year hiatus, much normality returned when the Teenage Cancer Trust festival was revived in 2022 and saw […]

        • Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
          Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018

          December 22, 2018

          2018 has been an incredible year for albums. The year saw the strongest new acts in decades release their debuts, as well as a number of alternative legends returning to top form. The world of dance […]

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP
          Round Up

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP

          October 29, 2018

          Welcome to the October 2018 edition of our monthly new music playlist, which is available to listen to and watch via YouTube. If you enjoy any of the songs featured here, we encourage you to support […]

        • In Focus

          IN FOCUS// Lamb of God at OVO Arena, Wembley, London Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Lamb of God at OVO Arena, Wembley, London

          March 22, 2023

          After postponements and venue moves, American heavy metal giants Lamb of God finally made it to London and gave a spectacular show. Support came from Sylosis and Kreator – two intense and heavy bands. Lamb […]

          IN FOCUS// Ville Valo at The Garage, Glasgow, Scotland
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Ville Valo at The Garage, Glasgow, Scotland

          March 15, 2023

          Ville Valo is one of the most well-known Finnish musicians, who gained most of his success as a frontman and songwriter of the band named HIM that disbanded in 2017. In 2023, Ville released his […]

  • Gigs
        • Sophie Ellis-Bextor
          Gigs

          Sophie Ellis-Bextor shares new track 'Everything is Sweet'

          March 23, 2023

          Following her recent single ‘Breaking The Circle’, Sophie Ellis-Bextor has shared a new track ‘Everything Is Sweet’, which is taken from her seventh studio album ‘HANA’ released on 2nd June via Cooking Vinyl. A glorious […]

          James
          Gigs

          JAMES announce details of their new double album 'Be Opened By The Wonderful'

          March 23, 2023

          JAMES have announced details of their new album in celebration of their 40th Anniversary. BE OPENED BY THE WONDERFUL is a 20-track – 19 vinyl – a double album of some of their most loved […]

          Lukas Nelson
          Gigs

          LUKAS NELSON & POTR return with new album 'Sticks and Stones' on July 14th

          March 22, 2023

          GRAMMY Award-winning artist Lukas Nelson will release his highly anticipated new album, Sticks and Stones, on July 14 via 6ACE Records/Thirty Tigers. Ahead of the release, the official music video for the first single, “More […]

  • Interviews
        • Natalia Damini & Tito Jackson Talk “Attitude”
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Natalia Damini & Tito Jackson Talk 'Attitude'

          March 22, 2023

          “I think she is a very gifted performer.” While any female artist would love to hear or read, and perhaps has heard or read, such a statement from others over the course of their career, […]

          Thumpasaurus
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Indie pop-funk outfit Thumpasaurus on new single 'Lipstick Makeup'

          March 20, 2023

          Los Angeles-based indie pop-funk outfit Thumpasaurus recently released their latest single/music video, “Lipstick Makeup.” According to Thumpasaurus, “‘Lipstick Makeup’ is about saying f*ck it. I’m letting my freak out tonight and getting real nice with […]

          Billy Lockett
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Billy Lockett talks ‘Abington Grove’, mental health & the future

          February 22, 2023

          10 years ago, Billy Lockett came to huge attention, notably in the UK, when he toured with KT Tunstall. Three EPs, a family tragedy and a long and hard battle with sobriety later, this past […]

  • Podcast
        • The Answer
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: The Answer's Cormac Neeson on new album 'Sundowners'

          March 21, 2023

          In episode #123 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Cormac Neeson from the Irish rock band The Answer. The Answer makes a spectacular and long-awaited return with Sundowners – their first […]

          Sleaford Mods
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Sleaford Mods’ Jason Williamson on new album UK GRIM

          March 17, 2023

          In episode #122 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Jason Williamson from Sleaford Mods to talk about their new album UK GRIM out now on Rough Trade Records. The album is […]

          Tide Lines
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Tide Lines frontman Robert Robertson on new album ‘An Ocean Full of Islands’

          March 9, 2023

          In episode #121 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Robert Robertson lead singer with Glasgow-based 4-piece, Tide Lines to talk about their new album ‘An Ocean Full of Islands’ An Ocean […]

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Month: July 2019

Irish singer-songwriter SOMEBODY'S CHILD goes the 'Distance' on anthemic new single
New Music

Irish singer-songwriter SOMEBODY'S CHILD goes the 'Distance' on anthemic new single

July 31, 2019XS Noize

With a mere two released singles to his name, Irish singer-songwriter Somebody’s Child is turning heads and catching ears the world over, garnering accurate comparisons to some of the biggest names in rock. In just […]

Psych-grunge Leeds three-piece BROODERS are back with 'Down' - Listen Now
New Music

Psych-grunge Leeds three-piece BROODERS are back with 'Down' - Listen Now

July 31, 2019XS Noize

Psych-grunge Leeds three-piece BROODERS are back with their latest offering. DOWN is dark, twisted and brutal on so many fronts, but ultimately serves as an encouragement to be more open and to speak to those […]

DYLAN JOHN THOMAS announces headline Belfast show at The Speakeasy, QUB Students Union, Saturday, October 19th
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DYLAN JOHN THOMAS announces headline Belfast show at The Speakeasy, QUB Students Union, Saturday, October 19th

July 31, 2019XS Noize

Scottish singer-songwriter Dylan John Thomas is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Speakeasy, QUB Students Union on Saturday, October 19th 2019. Dylan, released his debut single ‘Nobody Else’ while setting records with […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: indie crooners Kazyak release psychedelic trip "Paper Bird"
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: indie crooners Kazyak release psychedelic trip "Paper Bird"

July 31, 2019XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to exclusively premiere Minneapolis indie rock band Kazyak’s new single “Paper Bird” which will be part of their album “Odyssey” out this fall. Kazyak is an indie rock band based in […]

FRANK TURNER today releases ‘Jinny Bingham’s Ghost’ - Listen Now
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FRANK TURNER today releases ‘Jinny Bingham’s Ghost’ - Listen Now

July 31, 2019XS Noize

Alongside the latest episode in his successful ‘Tales From No Man’s Land’ podcast series, FRANK TURNER today releases ‘Jinny Bingham’s Ghost’, the latest new track to emerge from his forthcoming eighth album, ‘NO MAN’S LAND’ […]

TRACK PREMIERE: MIRO - 'Reconstruction' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: MIRO - 'Reconstruction' - Listen Now

July 31, 2019XS Noize

Hailing from South England, Miro (Monty Hancock) is making himself known for combining the intensity of dance music with the emotive elements of piano and ambient music. This fusion creates a distinctive style which takes […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Kaiser Chiefs - Duck
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Kaiser Chiefs - Duck

July 30, 2019Helen Russell

Kaiser Chiefs are back with their 7th studio album Duck, a rather different album if you are used to their original works from Employment and Yours Truly Angry Mob. But if you have listened to […]

HUSKY LOOPS release new single 'I Think You're Wonderful' - Listen Now 1
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HUSKY LOOPS release new single 'I Think You're Wonderful' - Listen Now

July 30, 2019XS Noize

Having been hailed Annie Mac’s Hottest Record In The World on her BBC Radio 1 show this evening (30th July), Husky Loops release their brand new single ‘I Think You’re Wonderful’ through Fighting Ourselves / […]

BOOK REVIEW: 50 Queer Music Icons Who Changed the World By Will Larnach-Jones
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: 50 Queer Music Icons Who Changed the World By Will Larnach-Jones

July 30, 2019Michael Barron

50 Queer Music Icons Who Changed the World takes fifty icons across one hundred years to demonstrate how those from the LGBT community and/or icons who endorsed and aided the LGBT community impacted the music […]

THE KINKS Announce 50th Anniversary Edition of 'Arthur Or The Decline And Fall of the British Empire' 1
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THE KINKS Announce 50th Anniversary Edition of 'Arthur Or The Decline And Fall of the British Empire'

July 30, 2019XS Noize

To mark its 50th anniversary, The Kinks today announce a special release of ‘Arthur Or The Decline And Fall Of The British Empire’ – out October 25th on BMG, which includes previously unreleased track ‘The […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Daniel Steer - ‘Green’ - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Daniel Steer - ‘Green’ - Watch Now

July 30, 2019XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to exclusively premiere the video for ‘Green’ by Daniel Steer. ‘Green’ is the debut single from Daniel Steer’s forthcoming solo album due for November release and is a personal confession […]

THE MODERN STRANGERS release hypnotic visual for new single 'Visions'
Gigs

THE MODERN STRANGERS release hypnotic visual for new single 'Visions'

July 30, 2019XS Noize

The Modern Strangers today release the hypnotic visual to accompany their new single and EP title track ‘Visions’. The stunning choreographed piece was directed and executed by the band themselves. Speaking about the video, frontman […]

IGGY POP confirms new album 'Free' out September 6th - Listen to track
News

IGGY POP unveils second track 'JAMES BOND' from forthcoming album 'FREE'

July 30, 2019XS Noize

Iggy Pop has unwound a drastically different track from his coming album Free. James Bond tells a story: “I don’t know what she’s up to exactly, but the tables seem to be turning, and she’s […]

Countdown on for 7th OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL Bangor 1
Gigs

Countdown on for 7th OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL Bangor

July 30, 2019XS Noize

The seaside town of Bangor Co. Down is getting ready for the hottest month on its calendar when the seventh annual Open House Festival begins on Thursday 1st August. Throughout the 31 days of August, […]

Mercury Nominees FONTAINES D.C. Add Huge Date to Winter UK Tour 2
Gigs

Mercury Nominees FONTAINES D.C. Add Huge Date to Winter UK Tour

July 30, 2019XS Noize

Following the release of their critically acclaimed debut album ‘Dogrel’ (which charted at #9 in the UK album chart, and landed them a Mercury Prize Nomination), as well as a sold-out US tour with labelmates […]

PREMIERE: Vanderocker Offers Mind-Warping Experience With Latest Video ‘Creature of Habit’
Video Premiere

PREMIERE: Vanderocker Offers Mind-Warping Experience With Latest Video ‘Creature of Habit’

July 30, 2019XS Noize

Gearing up to release her new mind-melting video is Vanderocker, the Los Angeles-based avant-everything indie guru. Creature of Habit is culled from her latest album, Point Defiance, one which builds upon the success of her […]

EMBRACE - Announce their brand new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED - Listen to track
Gigs

EMBRACE announce March 2020 Manchester & Leeds shows

July 29, 2019XS Noize

Following on from the band’s sold-out hometown show at the 6,000 capacity Halifax Piece Hall last month and their sold-out London Alexandra Palace gigs in December, Embrace will be bringing their special “Songs from The […]

Acclaimed Alt Rapper & Poet DIZRAELI announces his new studio album, ‘The Unmaster’
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Acclaimed Alt Rapper & Poet DIZRAELI announces his new studio album, ‘The Unmaster’

July 29, 2019XS Noize

UK Rapper, social activist, producer and spoken word artist Dizraeli, has announced his new studio album, the poignant and autobiographical ‘The Unmaster’, out on 20th September. Following the recent release of his single ‘My Mama’, which saw support […]

PETE MURRAY Adds Dublin Show To September Tour
Gigs

PETE MURRAY Adds Dublin Show To September Tour

July 29, 2019XS Noize

With an appearance at Boardmasters Festival in August already confirmed, Pete Murray has added a Dublin show to his September headline tour (dates below). Having previously headlined Brixton Academy and Shepherds Bush Empire, his last […]

KRIS BARRAS BAND announce Irish Headline shows
Gigs

KRIS BARRAS BAND announce Irish Headline shows

July 29, 2019XS Noize

Following on from his debut in Ireland opening for Black Stone Cherry, UK blues Guitarist Kris Barras Band will return to Dublin and Belfast this October for his first-ever headline shows. Tickets on sale this […]

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